256 pie shell recipes

A from-scratch coconut custard pie with a silky cream and egg yolk filling loaded with shredded coconut, topped with billowy golden meringue. Old-fashioned diner pie done right at home.

Loaded vegetable quiche with sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, and Swiss cheese in a creamy sour cream custard with thyme and nutmeg. One-hour brunch or dinner in a flaky pie crust.

Peanut butter meringue cream pie with a silky stovetop custard, a whisper of ginger, and golden-peaked meringue. A diner classic with proper technique behind every step.

Texas-style pecan pie with a secret cornmeal addition for texture, both light and dark corn syrup for depth, and vanilla butternut extract. Gooey, crunchy, and piled with whipped cream.

A showpiece blueberry pie with 7 cups of fresh berries in a glossy orange glaze, nestled in a homemade orange-zest crust. Served chilled and can be made a day ahead.

Savory potato quiche with butter-sauteed potato slices dusted in Parmesan, set in a half-and-half custard with savory, dry mustard, and cayenne. A hearty, golden potato-and-egg pie.

Caramel chocolate pecan pie with a creamy cheesecake filling poured over pecans, chocolate chips, and caramel sauce in a flaky crust. A rich, layered dessert that's part pie, part cheesecake.

Coconut cream pie doubles down with cream of coconut in the custard and toasted flaked coconut folded throughout, topped with a billowy meringue for that classic diner-style finish.

Traditional quiche with sautéed mushrooms, scallions, Swiss cheese, and heavy cream baked in a pre-baked pastry shell. Elegant brunch centerpiece with bright lemon and warming nutmeg.

Luxurious banana cream pie with a from-scratch vanilla custard, whipped cream, and glazed banana slices on top. A show-stopping dessert that's miles beyond the diner version.

Savory Italian spinach torta with mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts baked in a Dijon-brushed pie crust. A stunning brunch or dinner centerpiece that's golden, cheesy, and herb-filled.

Pumpkin pie with a tangy sour cream and lemon topping baked right on, finished with chopped pecans. A twist on classic pumpkin pie with bright citrus flavor cutting through the warm spices.

Southern chocolate pecan pie loaded with sweet chocolate, corn syrup, pecans, and a hit of coffee in both filling and topping. Classic Southern pecan pie crossed with a mocha mousse finish.

A colonial-era chocolate pie with vanilla cake batter baked under a rich unsweetened chocolate sauce and topped with chopped nuts. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

County fair banana pie with a chocolate chip layer on the bottom, rum-spiked banana cream filling, and whipped cream with chopped pecans. A blue-ribbon worthy layered banana cream pie.

Sweet potato pecan pie with a buttery brown sugar streusel topping. Two Southern holiday classics in one pan, with a silky custard filling and a crunchy crown.